Bringing more technology to ranch country
Seasoned USask researcher believes more genomics intelligence would greatly benefit cow-calf producers.
Seasoned USask researcher believes more genomics intelligence would greatly benefit cow-calf producers.
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Engineering proudly shares that Dr. Fangxiang Wu, Professor and Graduate Chair of Mechanical Engineering, Division of Biomedical Engineering, has recently been named a Fellow of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and a Fellow of the UK Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), recognizing his exceptional contributions and sustained achievements in the field of engineering.
In November 2024, students, faculty, donors and alumni gathered to celebrate student success at the annual awards luncheon.
Political studies professor emeritus David E. Smith inspired countless students throughout his career
The Stronger Together Award recognizes outstanding contributions of women lawyers across Canada
The College of Engineering at the University of Saskatchewan is pleased to announce that alumnus, Shauna Curry, P.Eng (BE’94, Agricultural Engineering) as the 48th C.J. Mackenzie Distinguished Lecturer.
USask Alumnus Dr. Eli Ahlquist (BSN'04) welcomes nursing students at North West College
Adam D. Slobodzian's (BComm’14, MSc’17) experience as a student turned professor at the Edwards School of Business
Venessa Liang (BSP’17) crafts edible artwork as @FoodiePharmBabe
In a historic achievement for the University of Saskatchewan's College of Dentistry, Dr. Pratyusha Chitturi (PhD'24) has become the first individual to convocate with a PhD in Precision Oral and Systemic Health.
Retired entomologist Dr. Joe D. Shorthouse (PhD’75), who spent much of his career studying gall-inducing insects on wild roses, continues to pursue his passion for scientific discovery and storytelling
Friday morning (Dec. 6) U SPORTS announced the eight personnel who will make up the medical staff for the 2025 FISU World University Games in Torino, Italy in the new year. Among those announced was Huskie Athletics and Huskie Health's very own Jessica Pawlik (BSP'03), who will serve as a multi-sport therapist as part of the core medical staff.
The weather outside is frightful – but in the long run, that might be delightful.
When it comes to the new Prince Albert campus, being called to the principal’s office was a good thing for Dr. Jay Wilson (BA'89, BEd'95, MEd'00, EdD, MBA'21).
With her deep knowledge of the structure, funding, governance, and leadership roles that guide the University of Saskatchewan (USask), Dr. Vicki Squires (BEd’84, MEd’04, PhD’10) is serving as the new chair of University Council.
Jacqueline Lavallee (BEd'02, BSKin'02) continues to etch her name in the Huskies history books, this time as a Canada West Hall of Famer.
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has always held a special place in his heart for Keith Martell (BComm'85, LLD'16).
A generous gift of $125,000 from Orano Canada Inc., will support students at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) with an interest and passion for mining and clean energy.
USask’s Poultry Centre has helped improve industry standards across the world.
Studying finance and economics at USask has benefited alumna Faye Moffatt (BComm’04, CPDS’06, MA’07) in her journey as a self-taught chocolatier and entrepreneur
A unique scholarship at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) highlights the value of veterinary students enjoying other passions outside of veterinary medicine.
For alumna Hillary Kyplain (BScRRM‘22), a conservation co-ordinator for Métis Nation-Saskatchewan, protecting the Muskeg is more than just a job.
USask alumnus Dr. Tyson Buyer (BSA’12, DVM’16) started his business to help bring breeders together.
November 2024 marks 30 years of this one-of-a-kind distance education program developed specifically for the Prairies.
In a historic moment for the University of Saskatchewan’s College of Dentistry, this year’s fall convocation celebrated the first graduating class from Canada’s only two-year dental therapy degree program.
The Doctor of Education (EdD) in Educational Leadership welcomed its inaugural graduating class at University of Saskatchewan (USask) Fall Convocation on Nov. 13.
The Edwards School of Business is delighted to introduce a new business acumen scholarship in honour of Edwards Professor, Bob Ogilvie. The scholarship is a great opportunity for students in their final year who have successfully completed COMM 401 and COMM 447.
USask graduate Dr. Melissa Dykhuizen (PhD) conducts cervical cancer screening research with 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
Jack Neumann (BComm'69) knows the power of mentorship and education.
Two University of Saskatchewan (USask) students have been selected to receive prestigious Rhodes Scholarships for the second time in two years. Only 11 scholarships are awarded to students across the country each year.
Dr. Kathy Lawrence (MD'94) selected as the 2024 Ian McWhinney Family Medicine Education Award winner.
Dr. Jaris Swidrovich (BSP’10, PharmD, PhD’24) is Canada’s first and only Indigenous faculty member in pharmacy, and his doctoral work has resulted in dramatic institutional changes across the country.
Dr. Jennifer Braimah (MCert'24, MBBS) had a passion for lifelong learning and social responsibility instilled early on, shaping her career in the social sector.
It is in the spirit of kisewâtisiwin (kindness), tapahtêyimisowin (humility), and ekwa sâkihitowin (love) that Nahanni Olson (BA’05, BEd’08) approaches her life. This is reflected in the students she has encouraged, mentored, and advocated for throughout her career.
USask graduate and veterinary toxicologist Dr. Barry Blakley (BSc’70, Sc’71, DVM’75, MSc’77, PhD) made a big impact in his profession and in the classroom. After passing away in March from pancreatic cancer, his legacy continues through ocular donations and student scholarships.
A recent graduate of the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) has established a new veterinary scholarship that pays tribute to her parents’ selflessness in immigrating with their family to Canada.
A generous donation of $1 million from Ellen Remai, through the Frank and Ellen Remai Foundation, will support the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO), a world-class research facility at the University of Saskatchewan (USask), with an aim to stop emerging infectious diseases and future pandemics.
When Bev Hughes takes her dog Tyme in for appointments at her local veterinary clinic, she always asks the attending veterinarian one question: “Where did you go to veterinary school?”
Although still in the prime of their lives, Mike Solohub (BSc’88, BSA’92, MSc’97) and Dr. Colleen Christensen (BSc’93, PhD’99) have laid the groundwork to ensure they can support future generations of graduate students in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
USask Alumna Allyson Arychuk (MN-NP’22) says practicing as an NP in Yellowknife is a privilege.
Home Economics Reunion in conjunction with Homecoming Weekend was a success
Growing up in Canada’s North meant that a large part of Claire Campbell’s childhood was spent outdoors, and her memories read like a page out of a travel brochure.
College of Nursing Knowledge Keeper and Indigenous Student Advisor Dr. Kathleen McMullin (PhD) completes doctorate program.
University Medal in Sciences winner discusses benefits and challenges of switching her major midway through her undergraduate studies
When she wasn’t studying, Amélia Katherine Gagnon—and her dog—supported students, health-care workers and patients
Dr. FangXiang Wu (PhD'04), a world-renowned pioneer in computational intelligence for medical/biological data analytics and widely recognized for his seminal contributions to biomarker discovery, medical image analysis and health informatics, is the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Distinguished Researcher for fall 2024.
A significant gift from the Brownlee Family Foundation will support the establishment and operations of the Prairie Business Summit at the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Edwards School of Business.
Abby Tillotson’s thesis research focused on effective environmental enrichment for swine that benefits producers.
USask graduate will receive University Medal in Social Sciences at Fall Convocation.
From Ahmedabad to Saskatoon, Harleen Arora’s journey at the Edwards School of Business has been all about advocacy, inclusivity, and making a difference.
An award-winning multimedia artist and musician will be graduating with a master’s degree at the 2024 USask Fall Convocation.
Damien Georges’ environmental science career started during his undergraduate degree.
For many university students, Fall Convocation represents a culmination of hard work, perseverance and late nights.
USask Distinguished Teacher Award winner honoured for the recognition.
When Dr. Andres Posso-Terranova (PhD’17) was 17 years old, he joined the Colombian Armed Forces. During his military service, a traumatic injury would influence the trajectory of his life in his home country, eventually leading him to the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
He was the first Canadian awarded the Distinguished Flying Medal for his role in a critical bombing mission and went on to survive five years in 17 German prisoner of war (POW) camps.
Kathryn Sawatzky (BA’24), a Global Skills Opportunity ambassador and the College of Arts and Science’s study abroad coordinator, finds learning opportunities at the Canadian Bureau for International Education conference
As a Canadian soldier in Europe during the Second World War, USask graduate Capt. Sandy MacPherson (LLB’38) met the love of his life in a dramatic moment in Le Touquet, France
Two participants reflect on their experiences visiting and learning from the Māori people of Aotearoa
USask graduate Vyom Patel (BSc’23), who studied mathematics and computer science as an undergraduate student, is now exploring the interface of quantum information, machine learning, and applied mathematics
More than 50 years after launching their veterinary careers at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM), members of the college’s Class of 1973 gave a special gift to their alma mater that will support the hands-on education of future veterinarians.
Jonathan Horlick (LLB'80) says the bursary he established honours his parents, who encouraged him to make the most of his opportunities.
The Network Environments for Indigenous Health Research (NEIHR) have received $37.6 million over five years from the federal government through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR).
An ambitious simulation exercise at the University of Saskatchewan Clinical Learning Resource Centre is addressing the need for disaster management curriculum in Canadian emergency medicine residency programs.
The Irene McEwen Travel Award for Music Students designed to help students participate outside of Saskatchewan
A new fellowship at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) is helping address health needs across the world.
USask graduate Heather Morrison, who studied drama in the College of Arts and Science, is helping people overcome the fear and anxiety associated with public speaking
What was it like to be a veterinary student in the 1960s compared to students today at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM)?
What started as an idea to create a single student award has grown into a remarkable $600,000 gift to the College of Law from the Class of 1983.
The husband-wife duo of Brett (BA’22) and Carmen Levis (BScNutr’17) are forever bonded by their time as Huskie student-athletes and their love of the beautiful game.
USask graduate Jo Bannatyne-Cugnet (BSN’74), one of this year’s Golden Grads, is supporting scholarships in the College of Nursing through a $100,000 gift
USask graduate donates $500K for computer science, economics student awards because of deep family connection to university
Over the course of the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) Be What the World Needs campaign, Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) has contributed nearly $4.5 million to various scholarships, programs and initiatives, which includes renewed support of $1.3 million for the Canadian Centre for the Study of Co-operatives (CCSC).
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) will pay tribute to two champions of their communities next month.
A behavioural neuroscientist in Saskatoon is uncovering blunt truths about marijuana’s effects on fetal brain development.
Since classes began at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM) in mid-August, staff and students may have wondered if they’re seeing double when they pass by first-year veterinary students Kaylee and Madisyn Fulcher in the hallway.
University of Saskatchewan (USask) alumni Dr. Roman Shklanka (BA’51, BComm’53, MA’57) and PhD’63 from Stanford University and Patricia Shklanka (BSc’58) have generously donated $3 million to create the Shklanka Chair in Precambrian Critical Minerals Systems in the Department of Geological Sciences in the College of Arts and Science.
This fall, Residence Services at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) officially launched the Queer Housing Lounge.
He is a world-renowned art dealer and expert in Picasso prints, dealing with some of the world’s greatest galleries from the British Museum in London to the Metropolitan Museum and the Museum of Modern Art in New York, and has sold to celebrated clients around the world. But Dr. Frederick Mulder (BA’64, LLD’17, PhD) has never forgotten where he came from.
Dr. Cecil King (BEd’73, MEd’75, PhD) was a pioneer in First Nations teacher education throughout Canada and the founding director of the Indian Teacher Education Program (ITEP) at the University of Saskatchewan. He passed away on May 4, 2022 at the age of 90.
Following the passing of Professor Emeritus Len Findlay (DLitt’11), Professor Emerita Isobel Findlay (MA’80) is honouring her husband’s memory through two funds that will support graduate students and community research as part of USask's Be What the World Needs campaign.
New treatments for promoting nerve cells regrowth in those with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) are inviting optimism after pre-clinical trials at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
Residential school survivor and acclaimed artist Adrian Stimson (MFA’06) has helped create a powerful stamp series to commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
USask graduate and honorary degree recipient Dr. Richard Ehman (BSc’74, MD’79, DSc’00), a Mayo Clinic radiologist and researcher, reflects on his university education and his impactful career in medical imaging
A familiar and endearing face was among those welcoming University of Saskatchewan (USask) student Rory Langelier to the veterinary profession on Sept. 23 during the Western College of Veterinary Medicine’s (WCVM) annual white coat ceremony.
Arts and Science study abroad coordinator Kathryn Sawatzky (BA’24) talks about representing Global Skills Opportunity program
For more than 50 years, no one was sure what it was
It’s the most iconic building on campus—and for good reason.
Heroux, who earned a Bachelor of Arts degree at USask in 2009, is grateful that diversity and inclusion in sports journalism is being recognized
Canada Media Fund president and CEO Valerie Creighton (BFA’74) traces her leadership in the arts to her theatre training at the University of Saskatchewan’s Regina Campus
Dr. Alannah Friedlund (BSA’17, DVM’22) has gained firsthand experience treating all kinds of bloody, nasty cuts, gashes and slices on horses’ legs during her time at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM).
University of Saskatchewan (USask) graduate student Mckelvey Kelly (MA’19) knows first-hand the impact community-based research can have when working on a project.
Two USask Indigenous Studies faculty members played significant roles in establishing Indigenous university programming in Mexico 20 years ago
USask graduate Barbara Battiste (BA’67) reflects on the impactful work she undertook at her ‘dream job’ at Minnesota’s legislative Office on the Economic Status of Women
Three members of The Garrys, an award-winning Saskatoon surf rock band, are siblings who graduated from the University of Saskatchewan
Rob Kolbe, a 2024 graduate of the Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) program at the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) College of Dentistry, is on an exciting trajectory in the field of dentistry.